Lorraine Williamson
When the mercury climbs above 35°C, Spain doesn’t just reach for cold drinks and shady terraces — it turns up the volume. Each year, Spotify reveals the sound of Spanish summer, and 2025 is all about irresistible rhythms: reggaeton reigns, Afrobeat Latino is gaining ground, and female pop power is centre stage.
But it’s not just about what’s trending now. From the golden days of Julio Iglesias to the global success of Shakira and Los del Río, Spain has long known how to deliver a summer anthem. Let’s explore the latest soundtrack of summer 2025 — and revisit the songs that defined summers past.
Beéle dominates as 2025’s breakout star
Colombian singer Beéle has emerged as the undisputed king of Spain’s summer charts. With no fewer than five tracks in Spotify’s Top 10 España, including the infectious La Plena – W Sound 05 with Ovy On The Drums, his presence is impossible to ignore.
He’s joined by fellow heavyweights Quevedo, Karol G, Myke Towers, and Mora, whose tracks SOLEAO, DROGA, and Verano Rosa are all helping to soundtrack everything from road trips to rooftop parties.
Afrobeat Latino: A new summer vibe
While reggaeton remains a staple, there’s a fresh rhythm spreading across Spain’s music scene: Afrobeat Latino. Fusing West African beats with Latin vocals and urban Spanish flair, this genre is rapidly gaining fans — especially among Gen Z listeners.
Spain’s own twist on the genre, dubbed “afrochuleando”, blends Afrobeat rhythms with streetwise Spanish vibes. The track Rihanna by Oscar el Ruso and Samuel G perfectly captures this emerging movement, with pulsing basslines and dancefloor-ready hooks.
Women set the tone for warm evenings
This summer, it’s not just the beat that’s hot — it’s the women behind the mic. Lola Índigo (MOJA1TA), Aitana (6 DE FEBRERO), and Bad Gyal (Da Me) are front and centre with tracks made for late-night beach parties and poolside playlists. Their music straddles the line between playful and empowering — the perfect mood for long, carefree summer nights.
On the more alternative end of the spectrum, Rusowsky’s dreamy hit malibU — from the creative collective Rusia — offers a laid-back, introspective escape. With lo-fi textures and ethereal guitars, it’s the sound of indie Spain in 2025.
Summer nostalgia: Spain’s soundtrack from 1970 to 2010
While 2025 is bringing fresh heat, no Spanish summer is complete without a nod to the classics. According to as.com, favourites from decades past still get plenty of love on playlists, especially at family barbecues and beach gatherings.
Think Umberto Tozzi’s Gloria, Lou Bega’s Mambo Nº 5, and iconic homegrown acts like Julio Iglesias, Los del Río, or David Civera. For many, these songs are steeped in memories of childhood holidays, long drives to the coast, and endless ice creams on the paseo marítimo.
From disco to flamenco-pop and Eurodance, Spain’s summer hits have always reflected changing tastes — and moments in time. The sound may evolve, but the joy they bring remains timeless.
Speakers on, summer on
The 2025 summer playlist is a snapshot of modern Spain: global yet grounded, rhythmic yet diverse. Whether you’re dancing in Ibiza, driving through Andalucia, or chilling on your terrace in Valencia — one thing’s certain: Spain’s summer hits have a heartbeat of their own.
Ready to dive into the full soundtrack? Head to Spotify’s Top 50 España and let the music take over.